How Hollywood! David Beckham celebrates the fairytale end of his U.S. playing career with a night out with Gerard Butler

From the delighted look on his face, David Beckham has few regrets about the end of his U.S. footballer career.

The triumphant player was still flushed and grinning from Saturday night's cup victory as he headed out for some well-deserved R&R on Sunday.

True to form Beckham chose to celebrate his retirement from LA Galaxy with a spot of ball play - although this time he was simply a spectator as he watched the Lakers.

Time to relax! Former LA Galaxy player David Beckham celebrates the end of his U.S. playing career as he watches the Los Angeles Lakers play the Orlando Magic NBA basketball game in Los Angeles

Basking in a job well done: Beckham waves as he acknowledges the audience

Smiling Beckham took a front row seat in the star-studded stadium as he basked in the memory of the previous night.

Then it was all about him as in true Hollywood style he ended his five-year stay in American football with a triumphant victory as his team lifted the MLS Cup.

The Lakers fans certainly seemed pleased to see Beckham, applauding as he appeared on the big screen.

And actor Gerard Butler made it clear he was amongst the football icon's supporters, going over to share his congratulations.

Didn't I do well: Grinning Beckham chats to actor Gerard Butler in a break from play

Congratulations mate! Gerard Butler shares a joke with the famous footballer during halftime

Fancy seeing you here! The two handsome stars ran into each other at the latest Lakers game in LA

Having announced that the final would
be his last act as a Galaxy player, the former England captain was
substituted late on in the match as the Los Angeles team retained the
trophy won in dramatic fashion last year.

‘It is a special day for us to win it here at our home, in front of our home fans,’ said an emotional Beckham, who again hinted that he would soon be involved in the MLS as a club owner.

‘It is a sad day as well. This is a special place for me and will continue to be a special place.

‘I have no idea where I will go next. I
do know that I am happy to have been part of this club for six years and
been successful for the last four years.

Hollywood ending: Beckham and his showbiz friend enjoyed the Lakers game together

Happy as Larry: The star seemed to be in good form, laughing and joking with his pal as they sat courtside

Halftime entertainment: The star and his buddy were entertained by the cheerleaders dance routine

‘I will continue with my commitment to this league. I might not be playing here any more but my commitment to growing this sport and this league will continue.’

During the match Beckham, 37, displayed his full range of skills, launching huge 40-yard passes up the field in an attempt to conjure victory in his last game.

And it paid off, as Galaxy scooped a 2-1 win. The home side weren't so lucky on Sunday night, as the Orlando Magic won the game.

But nothing could dent Beckham's good mood.

Meeting the stars: David was dwarfed by a tall basketball player as he watched the Orlando Magics defeat the LA Lakers

Daddy's in charge: Will Farrell and his son were also at the star-studded game